Watersports
Up and Under Watersports
Welcome to the watersports section of our website. Up and Under has been supplying watersports equipment since the business opened in 1977. We have a massive amount of knowledge and experience. We are also the largest Canoe and Kayak Store in South Wales and are only 10 minutes drive from, The Cardiff International White Water Centre. (CIWW) If you want to get wet, we will help you get on the water!
We cover an exciting range of watersports equipment that comes from the best suppliers and manufacturers.
For the latest ranges of kit, delve deeper into your chosen category. We also often have some great deals on end of line products. These can be found in the watersports sale section below.
For the new season of 2024, we are very proud to welcome the following new brands to our portfolio!
Our watersports section is broken down into 12 main areas, which are detailed below.
Body Boarding and Surfing - Body Boards, Wetsuits, Rash Vests and Beach Essentials. All of the key components for a family beach holiday. Watersports Brands Stocked - Australian Board Company, Circle One, Dryrobe and Jobe.
Clothing - PFDs, Kayak Jackets, Changing Towels, Watersports Shoes, Drysuits, Rash Vest and Thermals and Trousers and Shorts to name but a few. All the best items to stay warm and comfortable whilst kayaking on the river. Watersports Brands Stocked - Adidas, Bestard, Circle One, Crewsaver, Dryrobe, Jobe, La Sportiva, Nookie, Palm, Peak PS, Sweet Protection and Yak.
Competition Kayaking - Whether your into Canoe Polo, Sprint Kayaking or Canoe Slalom, This is the place to locate your required kit. Whether it is a pair of Paddles, a Kayak or a piece of kayak outfitting, the chances are we will be able to help. Watersports Brands Stocked - Canoe Polo Zone, Combat, Exo Kayaks, Mikasa, Revenge and Streamlyte.
Inflatable Kayaking - If you looking for a small and compact inflatable kayak, to go into the garage of your motorhome. Or something for backpacking and packrafting in Scotland. This is the place to look. Watersports Brands Stocked - Aqua-Bound, Kokopelli, Seago, Streamlyte and TNP
Open Canoeing - If your looking to keep with tradition and take to the water in a Canadian Canoe, this is the area to be. An open canoe is great for family use and also then enables you to partake in canoe camping trips and bushcraft adventures. Watersports Brands Stocked - Ainsworth, Bending Branches, Eckla, Hou Canoes, Palm, Peak PS, Ruk Sport, Silverbirch Canoes, TNP, Venture Canoes, Werner and Whetman Equipment.
Outdoor Swimming - One of the new areas of watersports for Us. Whether your trying your first triathlon and looking for an open water swimsuit. Or if your a regular lake swimmer or if you are looking at cold water dipping. This is the place to find your Swimming Gloves, Skull Caps, Tow Floats and Goggles. We also sell Masks, Fins and Underwater Scooters for Snorkelling. Watersports Brands Stocked - Dryrobe, Jobe, Palm, Typhoon and Zone3
Recreational Touring - This is all about spending quality time on the water. Whether your enjoying coastal kayaking tours or whether you want to do some canal kayak routes. We have the correct selection of kayaking equipment for you. The recreational kayak selection here all offer enhanced directional stability, offer basic storage for a great day on the water. Watersports Brands Stocked - Aqua-Bound, Dagger, Islander Kayaks, Kajak Sport, Nookie, P & H Kayaks, Palm, Pyranha, Streamlyte, Tootega Kayaks and TNP
Stand Up Paddle Boarding - A fantastic watersport which is all about exploring the local waterways available. Whether you want to SUP on a lake or go paddle boarding on a canal. We have the gear to suit! We have a great range of paddle board packages, buoyancy aids (PFDs), wetsuits. We also have plenty of dry storage options such as drybags and phone cases. We even sell electric sup pumps as well as manual to keep you inflated! Watersports Brands Stocked - Jobe, Overboard, Palm, Peak PS, Tiki, Typhoon and Whetman Equipment
Sea Kayaking - This is the place for all thing salty. Whether your into coastal sea kayaking trips or you rather open water sea kayaking. We have the sea kayaking equipment you need. Whether you want an expedition sea kayak a playful option of a day touring kayak. We have it! We also stock a range of both straight shaft and cranked shaft sea kayak paddles. Whilst its not always about a new kayak purchase, we also stock a good range of sea kayak outfitting. This helps to keep your current boat in service to the highest standard. Watersports Brands Stocked - Aqua-Bound, Aquapac, Eckla, HF Equipment, Icom, Kajak Sport, North Shore, Overboard, P & H, Palm, Peak PS, Silva, Streamlyte, Valley, VE Paddles, Watershed, Werner and Whetman Equipment.
Sit On Top Kayaking - Sit on top kayaks are a great option for getting into kayaking for the first time. They are exceptionally safe and easy to use. Whether you are looking for some adventure on a family beach holiday or you are looking to explore your local canal. We will have the sit on kayak for you. They are available as a single seat option and also a tandem seat option. We have a great range of kayak paddles that are suitable for your chosen craft. Kayak Trollies to get yoru kayak to the waters edge and also a good range of kayak outfitting to keep your boat in top condition. Watersports Brands Stocked - Eckla, Islander Kayaks, Jobe, Kajak Sport, Palm, Pyranha, RTM, Ruk Sport, Scotty, TNP, Tootega, Wilderness Systems and Whetman Equipment.
Transport - It is all very well having the passion for watersports and owning a Sea Kayak or an Open Canoe. But you do need to get it to the waters edge. In this section we cover all your transport requirements. If you need to transport a kayak, we have a great offering of roof racks, roof rack pads, roof rack straps and also a number of different kayak carrying systems. - Watersports Brands Stocked - Canoe Polo Zone, Dryrobe, Eckla, FCS, Handiworld, Kajak Sport, Kanulock, Nookie, Palm, Playboater, and Thule. We also have a Transport Section in the Outdoor section of the website for the Thule Tow Ball Bike Racks and Roof Racks
White Water Kayaking - This is the area for those who like to get the adrenaline flowing. Whether your into kayak freestyle or kayak river running. We have the best range of kayaks, paddles , Spraydecks, and Safety Equipment. In the event that you whitewater kayak has been used in the most demanding situations, we also stock a good range of spare kayak outfitting. - Watersports Brands Stocked - Aquapac, Dagger, Eckla, Edelrid, HF Equipment, Jobe, Nookie, Ortlieb, Palm, Peak PS, Pyranha, Streamlyte, TNP, Typhoon, VE Paddles, Watershed, Werner, Whetman Equipment and Yak
Jobe
Discover Slip-On Sneaker
The Jobe Discover Slip-On, a nice light weight pair of shoes for paddle boarding. They are equally as well suited for sit on top kayaking and other watersports as well as being comfortable, stylish and quick-drying.
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Adidas
Terrex Climacool Jawpaw Slip-On Shoes
The Adidas Climacool Jawpaw Slip-on Shoes are a great option if you’re spending lots of time in the water. These watersports shoes are perfect for sit on top kayaking, Stand up Paddle Boarding and a whole variety of other watersports. Made with breathable Climacool technology for 360-degree cooling and Stealth rubber on the outsole, offering superior grip on wet surfaces.
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Adidas
Terrex Hydro Lace Boots
The Adidas Terrex Hydro Lace Boots stand out as a top choice for those seeking a sturdy and supportive option for watersports activities such as whitewater kayaking, open canoeing, or gorge walking. Constructed with Stealth rubber, they provide excellent traction on rocky terrains, while the neoprene lining ensures day-long comfort in wet conditions.
TNP
Rapa Glass 4 Piece & Bag
The TNP Rapa Glass 4 Piece (& Bag) is an emergency kayak paddle that comes supplied with a dry bag for storage. This split kayak paddle packs down small enough so it can be easily stored, even in the smallest of river running kayaks. When out whitewater kayaking, carrying the correct kayak safety gear is very important. After a capsize, if you loose your kayak paddle, getting to the end of the river can become difficult, however with a pair of split paddles you will be fine!
Typhoon
Dragon 7cm Knife
The Typhoon Dragon 7cm Knife is a stainless steel backup knife complete with a push-lock system and a rubberised grip for comfort with the lanyard fixing point. Comes with matching sheath.
Palm
Colt Paddle
The Palm Colt Paddle is an entry-level kayak paddle that's been design for children and smaller paddlers. It is lightweight and has asymmetric blades with a shorter aluminium shaft and diameter that's suited to smaller hands. Great for learning and picking up new skills, the Colt is a great option, whether you're venturing out onto the local lake, canal or even some easy white water.
Fernhurst Books / Wiley Nautical
Stand Up Paddleboarding A Beginners Guide
Fernhurst Books / Wiley Nautical Stand Up Paddleboarding: A Beginners Guide delves into the rapidly growing global watersport of Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP). The sport's popularity is fueled by its affordability, the accessibility of inflatable boards, and the straightforward "get on and go" nature. Yet, to truly elevate the SUP experience, a bit of know-how and skill are invaluable. This book, the first of its kind in the UK to offer SUP guidance, proves to be an essential resource for enthusiasts seeking to enhance their skills and knowledge in this exhilarating watersport.
Peak PS
Adventure Single Evo Jacket Women's
The Peak PS Adventure Single Evo Jacket (Women's) is a 2.5 layer canoe cag that's primarily designed for sea kayaking and touring. It's made from a tough and durable recycled nylon fabric that offers great protection from the elements. This jacket is the perfect choice if you're looking for a high-performance jacket thats suitable for a variety of uses.
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Valley
Nordkapp Forti
The Valley Nordkapp Forti is a fast traditional sea kayak that's been made with composite materials. Ideal for long coastal trips and open water crossings where durability is required, the Nordkapp Forti features 3 hatches, a retractable skeg, welded bulkheads, decklines and a compass recess.
Streamlyte
Kinetic Polo Hyperlyte CXT
The Streamlyte Kinetic Polo Hyperlyte CXT is a canoe polo paddle equipped with downward-tilting blades crafted from carbon. Available with either a heavy-duty glass shaft or an extreme carbon shaft, these blades are designed to pass close to the kayak, ideal for paddlers with a vertical paddling style. This paddle offers excellent acceleration and power, while the curved blade ends and spooned faces ensure precise ball control.
Robson
Pogo FG
The Robson Pogo FG is a whitewater kayak paddle that's perfect for river running. This paddle features a fibreglass paddle shaft and paddle blades. The Robson Pogo paddle blades are asymmetric in shape; the paddle shaft also features a slight oval so it’s clear as to where you need to hold it. This is great for checking the blades are correctly positioned when doing an Eskimo Roll.
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Robson
Fluid FG
The Robson Fluid FG is a whitewater kayaking paddle that's designed for freestyle use. It has large powerful blades that are slightly tilted downwards so they will pass closely to the kayak. It also features a fiberglass paddle shaft, which is paired with two multi-layer fiberglass paddle blades. The paddle shaft features a slight oval on the lead hand, which helps to keep the hands correctly aligned against the paddle blades.
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Whetman Equipment
River Bean 3m Towline
The Whetman Equipment River Bean is a three metre towline with a Kraken stainless snag free karabiner, shockcord & floating 6mm rope, compact water pouch, 40mm belt & quick release cam buckle.
P & H
Volan
The P & H Volan is the ultimate lightweight and highly versatile day/weekend Sea Kayak. Built specifically for those who like to make the most out of day and weekend trips, the Volan provides straight tracking when flat, whilst swinging round effortlessly when on edge or carving into a turn. This kayak delivers on comfortable performance for both the journey and any play sports you may find along the way. Its short, 16" length provides ample hull speed and helps to keep weight to an absolute minimum for nimble performance and ease of handling.
P & H
Virgo MZ3
The P & H Virgo MZ3 is a versatile plastic touring kayak offered in three size options. Boasting a spacious cockpit for effortless entry, it includes a comfortable padded seat and backrest, alongside convenient kayak hatches and deck lines for ample storage. The front deck features a built-in moulding for the Silva 70P Compass, while the retractable skeg at the rear enhances directional stability.
P & H
Valkyrie CLX
The P & H Valkyrie CLX is a sea kayak that's been designed to deliver speed. Whether you're taking on extensive open water crossings and expeditions, or just looking to inject more adrenaline into your day trips, this is the kayak for you. It features a vertical, narrow bow that maintains maximum waterline length whilst slicing cleanly through the water and creating a clean path for the rest of the kayak's hull to follow efficiently. Other benefits of this kayak shape include an increased bow hatch volume and a more engaged hull at the bow to counteract windage.
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